Name: Easy Peasy Scrambled Eggs with Zesty Avocado Smash
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Ingredients: 4 egg (large); 1 tbsp reduced fat greek yoghurt; 1 cup baby spinach leaves (finely chopped ); 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil; salt (pinch); ½ avocado; 1 lemon (freshly squeezed ); sea salt and ground black pepper; 2 slices low GI bread (toasted)

Breakfast

SERVES:

DIFFICULTY:
Easy

PREP TIME:
5

COOK TIME:
5

Ingredients

Scrambled Eggs

4 egg large
1 tbsp reduced fat greek yoghurt
1 cup baby spinach leaves finely chopped
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
salt pinch

Avocado Smash

½ avocado
1 lemon freshly squeezed
sea salt and ground black pepper
2 slices low GI bread toasted

Method

In a small bowl, add avocado ,a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and black pepper. Roughly mash with fork. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, add eggs, yoghurt and salt. Using a whisk or fork, whisk lightly until combined.
Add spinach and mix until combined.
Brush olive oil in a non-stick fry pan over a low heat.
Pour in egg mixture and stir gently until the eggs start to seat and become a creamy consistency.
Spread each slice of toast with smashed avocado and top with scrambled egg.

Notes

Serving suggestions:

Also, delicious served with sauteed tomato and mushrooms.

Recipe courtesy of Rebecca McPhee, Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).

Please note the serving size listed is to be used as a guide only. Consider your own individual nutrient and carbohydrate requirements and adjust the serving size as required. If you are unsure of your requirements consult an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) for personalises advice.

Nutritional information (per serve)

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